Banksy, Daemon and Jihad are among the most unique names given to male babies in Scotland during 2023.
The most popular name for baby boys among parents in Scotland last year was Luca, which pushed the previous favourite Noah to second place. Among baby girls, the name Isla returned to the top spot for the first time since 2020.
And the data from the National Records of Scotland (NRS) has revealed that there was a record high number of names given to only one child last year, with many unusual names inspired by islands, animals and mythological figures.
33. Oban
There were seven baby boys named Oban last year. Meaning little bay, it is also the name of a town in Argyll and Bute. | Scotsman / Canva
34. Oberon
The king of fairies in medieval literature, Oberon is best known as a character in Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream. There was one baby boy given the same name last year. | Scotsman / Canva
35. Ox
Meaning working cattle, one baby boy was named Ox in Scotland last year. | Scotsman / Canva
36. Praise
A name which has meanings including giving thanks and gratitude for blessings, one baby boy in Scotland was named Praise last year. | Scotsman / Canva